Austrian Canadians facts for kids
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 207,050 (by ancestry, 2016) | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
| Montreal, Vancouver, Toronto, Edmonton, Calgary, Mississauga, Ottawa, Calgary, Quebec City | |
| Languages | |
| English • French • German | |
| Religion | |
| Christianity · Judaism · Islam | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| German Canadians · Swiss Canadians · Luxembourgian Canadians · Belgian Canadians |
Austrian Canadians (German: Österreichischekanadier) are Canadian citizens who have family roots in Austria. This also includes people born in Austria who now live in Canada.
According to the 2016 Census, about 207,050 Canadians said they had either full or partial Austrian ancestry. This means a lot of people in Canada have connections to Austria!
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Who Are Austrian Canadians?
Connecting Canada and Austria
Austrian Canadians are people who call Canada home but also have a special link to Austria. This link can be through their parents, grandparents, or even themselves if they moved from Austria. They bring parts of Austrian culture, traditions, and language to Canada.
Languages and Beliefs
Many Austrian Canadians speak English or French, which are Canada's official languages. Some also speak German, which is the main language in Austria. They follow different religions, including Christianity, Judaism, and Islam.
Where Do Austrian Canadians Live?
Communities Across Canada
You can find Austrian Canadian communities all over Canada. However, a larger number of them live in Western Canada. This includes cities like Vancouver, Edmonton, and Calgary.
Major Cities
Many Austrian Canadians live in big Canadian cities. These cities include Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Mississauga, Ottawa, and Quebec City. These places often have groups and clubs where Austrian Canadians can connect and share their heritage.
